Summary:
The 40218 zip code area of Louisville, Kentucky is home to three elementary schools: Klondike Lane Elementary, Watterson Elementary, and Price Elementary. While all three schools serve a high-poverty student population, the data analysis reveals significant differences in their academic performance and overall quality.
Klondike Lane Elementary stands out as the top-performing school in the group, with higher proficiency rates than the Jefferson County district and Kentucky state averages across most subject areas and grade levels. It has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranks in the top 60% of elementary schools statewide, suggesting it is providing a stronger educational experience for its students. In contrast, Watterson Elementary and Price Elementary both struggle academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages, as well as the lowest SchoolDigger ratings and statewide rankings in the bottom 25% of Kentucky elementary schools.
The data also reveals that higher per-student spending at Price Elementary does not translate to better academic outcomes, highlighting the importance of factors beyond just funding, such as teaching quality, curriculum, and school leadership. Overall, the analysis suggests that Klondike Lane Elementary is the standout school in this area, providing a stronger educational experience for its students despite the challenges of serving a high-poverty population.
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